Here's the latest creation to come from the beloved wool blanket--a baby bonnet; an old pattern with a simple design.
I've obviously got 'babies on the brain' and for good reason. I'm going to be a grandma again for the second time; it's another baby girl for my son and daughter-in-law, due in the Spring! Naturally, we're all thrilled, especially the girls, who will be aunts again too. 
Ginger's still trying to wrap her mind around that concept. Not easy to understand when you're only ten and have five aunts who are matronly figures. None of that really matters though, we're just so pleased, and of course looking forward to planning another baby shower.
Speaking of that, 
there was a surprise shower for Manda. Her real-life friend, Kristy, set it up, and I was tickled to be part of it. Nice to have a reason to pick up my sewing again after the holidays. One of my favorite layette things to make are these soft flannel swaddling blankets. This one says, Sugar Plum, an old Vogart design that I think is really cute. I hope she likes it. I thought of her the whole time I was working on it, so it went with lots of love.
I LOVE the Bonnet, do you have details of the pattern? You say its simple but is it really? Maybe I should just give it a go, Im due my first Daughter in April/may and so excited (having had 2 lovely boys already). I just have not seen any nice baby hats! Im sure you could use the same pattern with a stiffish linen? what do you think? Any help would be great!
THANKS
Posted by: caroline | January 28, 2008 at 09:43 AM
this is SOOO lovely!!!
Posted by: amanda | January 28, 2008 at 09:49 AM
Oh that bonnet is the cutest thing ever! How how how did you make it?
Posted by: Glenn | January 28, 2008 at 09:51 AM
Your little bonnet is absolutely ADORABLE!! Such a sweet thing it is and how wonderful will that new baby look in it?! xxoo, Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | January 28, 2008 at 09:53 AM
Awww, how cute. Love the bonnet. Congratulations on the coming grandbaby! :)
Posted by: CharityGrace | January 28, 2008 at 10:19 AM
congratulations! i love the little bonnet, the boxy shape is great. look forward to the next needle felting!
Posted by: louise | January 28, 2008 at 10:24 AM
The bonnet is so cute and so very appropriate for your new grandchild to arrive this spring! Aren't grandbabies the best? Can't wait to see more of your amazing ideas.
Posted by: Alice | January 28, 2008 at 10:27 AM
Oh my gosh. That bonnet just could not be more PERFECT! It just tugs on my heart strings. Your embroidery stitches are so small and good. I've been embroidering for something to do in front of the tv at night and my stitches look like big ol' football players next to yours. I wonder if I may need to find smaller needles. Different thread than 2 strings of DMC maybe? hmmm. Do you you already have stitching tips posted somewhere here on the blog?
Posted by: jen duncan | January 28, 2008 at 10:29 AM
Your gift for Manda couldn't have been more perfect.I'm sure she will thank you herself.Bella ,their very own Sugar Plum, wrapped herself in it straight away! thank you so much for taking part.xxx
Posted by: Kristy | January 28, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Forgot to say that the bonnet is adorable.I just love that woolen blanket so much!
Posted by: Kristy | January 28, 2008 at 11:06 AM
ADORABLE!! I wish I was that talented...how cute my 6-month-old would look with one of those hats on her head! And I love the blanket...sooo cute.
Posted by: Tamie | January 28, 2008 at 11:10 AM
the bonnet is so beautiful. i could just stare at it!
Posted by: amy | January 28, 2008 at 11:33 AM
Congratulations on a new grandbaby! What a wonderful treat.
The bonnet is so sweet. You are so creative and talented. Thanks for the great eye candy!
Posted by: Ginger | January 28, 2008 at 12:08 PM
A sweet wee bonnet that you made!!
Posted by: Miss Paula | January 28, 2008 at 12:21 PM
Just adorable. I still have my Thumbelina doll too. She was my pride and joy, especially the christmas morning I got her. She still rolls her head around. How much more of that blanket do you have left? Can't wait to see whats next. :-)
Posted by: ladymarcia | January 28, 2008 at 12:38 PM
so sweet!!
I love your work!!
Posted by: joy | January 28, 2008 at 01:03 PM
Congratulations!!
Sewing and crafting for new babies is absolutely my favorite sort of creating!
I adore the things you've shown here. Beautiful work, as always.
Posted by: Dannielle | January 28, 2008 at 02:50 PM
Such a pretty bonnet. I believe I had one like that when I was a bub but in a navy with velvet trim.
Posted by: little jenny wrenl | January 28, 2008 at 02:57 PM
The baby gifts are so beautiful! It makes me want to run right away from my work and start sewing for babies, too. -- Michele http://calicodaisy.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Michele C | January 28, 2008 at 03:32 PM
This hat is probably THE cutest hat I have ever seen. Is this something you have a pattern for. If so can you share the brand and number?
Posted by: Cindy | January 28, 2008 at 04:00 PM
Your bonnet is adorable! It looks so sweet on your adorable Thumbelina doll, fits her perfectly. She looks like a real baby. I just love it!
Posted by: Cathy | January 28, 2008 at 04:07 PM
I have to say that's about the sweetest thing I've ever seen!
Posted by: Annette | January 28, 2008 at 04:35 PM
Oh that is so sweet. Congratulations on the new grandbaby. Life can be so good.
Posted by: pam | January 28, 2008 at 04:50 PM
Oh my - be still my bonnet! That's beautiful!
Posted by: Allison | January 28, 2008 at 07:39 PM
It is just precious! You sure did get a lot of usage from that blanket! And, that kitty is absolutely adorable! Oh my.
Posted by: Rosa | January 28, 2008 at 08:15 PM
Congrats on being a grandmom again! I love the bonnet-want it's made out of and the model you used. I still have my Thumbelina doll-with the bad haircut myself. Love her!
Posted by: Dianne | January 28, 2008 at 08:23 PM
Congratulations on the new grandbaby :)
Posted by: DianeM | January 29, 2008 at 03:29 AM
Oh, so dear and lovely... must not imagine *what if?* for myself, but I could make a grand-baby hope chest and fill it over the next 10 or more years. You are such an inspiration.
Congratulations to all!
Posted by: Natalie | January 29, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Cute bonnet and blanket! Now I'm thinking maybe I have a white wool blanket lurking in a drawer or closet somewhere??? I need to look into that.
Posted by: Teresa | January 29, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Wow, I have to chime in too. I love the bonnet. What on earth did you line it with it looks like velveteen but is it something else altogether.
Posted by: Amy | January 29, 2008 at 10:51 AM
that's just wonderful news! congratulations! :)
I am absolutely LOVING the bonnet! :D
I also wanted to let you know that I'm hosting a recipe contest over on my blog - go check it out if you get a chance! :)
Posted by: Kristin | January 29, 2008 at 11:29 AM
Congratulations :) Babies are the best...my little Grandson is 9 months old...there is nothing like being a Grandmother (I am called Amma, Icelandic for Grandmother)
I love the little bonnet and the blanket.
Posted by: Mo'a | January 29, 2008 at 01:44 PM
That bonnet is just sweet, sweet, sweet! Susan
Posted by: Susan at black eyed susans kitchen | January 29, 2008 at 01:48 PM
Well first, congrats on grammadom, that is wonderful!
The bonnet is sweet as sugar, love it! I have some vintage Vogart patterns and kits tucked about and they all make me smile.
Tres chic and very classic!
Posted by: tina | January 29, 2008 at 02:15 PM
Beautiful! Honestly, I am not tired of the wool blanket, just inspired!
Posted by: dawn | January 29, 2008 at 08:31 PM
I found your website a few weeks ago and just love coming back to visit. You always have such beautiful things to show and interesting things to say!Keep up the beautiful work! blessings, Kathleen
Posted by: Kathleen | January 30, 2008 at 05:47 AM
Your blanket projects are simply amazing - I am practically in shock at your creativity!! I love the blanket bonnet - and since I have my first grandchild coming in April I might have to make one. Thanks for sharing! I think we must live "close" to each other - you mentioned the Cascades in one of your posts...I live just outside of Seattle in Sammamish.
Posted by: Nan Slaughter | January 30, 2008 at 06:46 AM
I totally adore this style!
And it is really just perfect the way you made it.
I knit a really cute red and white hat that was this style. I just love it!
Posted by: Miz Booshay | January 30, 2008 at 06:54 PM
ooooooooooooh!
My very old and VERY LOVED Tumbelina must have one of those adorable bonnets!!!! But her poor mommy doesn't sew! sniff - sniff.
How can she get one? Oh she'd be so happy!!!! ;-)
xo,
Kim
P.S. Congratulations on being a grandmother again!!!!
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | January 31, 2008 at 03:50 PM
Oh my gosh - Thumbelina! She was the doll I pined for when I was a little girls, but sadly, never found her under a Christmas tree nor as a birthday present...I am still suffering from being Thumbelina- deprived! The face on yours looks perfect...
Posted by: Beata | January 31, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Just adore the bonnet. This may sound dumb but, do you preshrink them so they will not shrink when they get wet?
Great blog
Daisys
Posted by: Darly | February 01, 2008 at 06:43 PM
Congratulations! A new baby in the family is always so exciting. Love the bonnet~
((hugs))
Posted by: tinker | February 01, 2008 at 06:49 PM
I love your dear bonnet..and I have that exact sweet dollie dear!!
fondly, Deena
Posted by: Deena Warner | February 03, 2008 at 10:50 AM
What a sweet, darling little bonnet. What a blessed little grand-daughter you have. Congratualtions!
Posted by: Angie | February 03, 2008 at 04:09 PM
I'm late with a comment, as usual, but I have to say congratulations and send a little more bonnet love your way. Absolutely darling! I had a Thumbelina, sweet little doll, wish I still did have her!
Posted by: Bettsi | February 08, 2008 at 12:32 PM